Direct Support Professional - Substitute

Direct Support Professional - Substitute

New Jersey Institute for Disabilities

Adelphia, NJ 07710

Posted 11 months ago

  • Job Type(s)

    Full Time Part Time

  • Industry

    Education, Training

  • Job Description

    Direct Support Professional - Substitute

    The New Jersey Institute for Disabilities (NJID)is one of the largest not-for-profit agencies of its kindin the nation providing services to infants, children, and adults with developmental and related disabilities. NJID offers specializedfacilities, programs, and supports throughout New Jersey. Come join our dedicated staff of more than 500and make a difference in someone's life!

    We are currently hiring Direct Support Professionals to assist residents with developmental disabilities with activities of daily living in a residential setting.

    Job Responsibilities of a Direct Support Professional:

    • Assist and/or supervises in activities of daily living skills
    • Administer or assist with prescribed medication
    • Light housekeeping
    • Assist with transportation
    • Assist in the implementation of individual goals and objectives
    • Data entry using Therap (EHR)
    • Assist residents in the pursuit of recreational, social, and community activities based on their preferences and individual plans


    Job Requirements:
    • HS diploma or equivalent
    • A valid driver's license in good standing and must be insurable through NJID's automobile insurance
    • Strong communication skills
    NO certification required

    Position Details:

    Location: Toms River County: Ocean

    Hours Per Work Week:16 Weekly Work Schedule: Sat and Sun 8:30a - 4:30p

    Other shifts are available at this location.

    NJID has full-time, part-time, and per diem opportunities in Middlesex, Monmouth, Ocean, and Somerset Counties.

    Benefits:
    • Paid Sick Leave
    • 403(b) Plan
    • On the Job Training
    • Extra Work Hours Available
    • Growth Opportunities


    COVID-19 Considerations
    Since the beginning of the pandemic, the safety and security of the individuals we serve and our employees have been of the utmost importance to us. To that end, NJID follows stringent protocols which comply with theCenters for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), State and local public health guidelines. NJID ensures necessary Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is made available for all employees.


    NJID EOE Statement

    It is NJID's policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expressing, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law.As an agency, we value diversity of background and opinion and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, fringe benefits, layoff, termination, or any other terms and conditions of employment.

  • Job Benefit(s)

    Paid sick leave

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